[Remote] Data Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. SoftStandard Solutions is seeking an experienced Data Engineer/Python Developer to develop data pipelines, backend applications, and scalable data processing solutions. The role focuses on building and optimizing ETL/ELT workflows, Python applications, Spark-based processing pipelines, database integrations, and cloud data workflows while ensuring data quality and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines and ETL/ELT workflows using Python and SQL
• Develop Python-based applications, scripts, APIs, and automation solutions
• Build and optimize data processing pipelines using PySpark/Apache Spark
• Work with relational and NoSQL databases for data ingestion, transformation, and storage
• Implement data quality, validation, monitoring, and error-handling processes
• Develop and maintain workflows using tools such as Airflow, Azure Data Factory, or Databricks
• Integrate data from APIs, databases, files, and cloud-based sources
• Optimize SQL queries and data pipelines for performance and scalability
• Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, software engineers, and business stakeholders
• Follow CI/CD, Git, Agile, and data engineering best practices

Skills

• 4–5 years of professional experience in Data Engineering/Python Development
• Strong proficiency in Python and SQL
• Hands-on experience with Pandas, NumPy, PySpark, and REST APIs
• Strong understanding of ETL/ELT, data warehousing, data modeling, and database concepts
• Experience with Apache Spark and distributed data processing
• Experience with at least one cloud platform: AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Knowledge of Databricks, Airflow, Azure Data Factory, or similar orchestration tools
• Experience with PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, Snowflake, or similar databases
• Strong knowledge of Git, CI/CD, testing, and Agile methodologies
• Microsoft Certified: Fabric Data Engineer Associate (DP-700)
• Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate
• Google Cloud Professional Data Engineer
• AWS Certified Data Engineer – Associate

Company Overview

SoftStandard Solutions is a leading consulting, business solution and systems integration firm with a unique blend of services. It was founded in 2011, and is headquartered in Fremont, California, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is http://softstandard.com/home.

Company H1B Sponsorship

SoftStandard Solutions has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 4 in 2026, 10 in 2025, 23 in 2024, 10 in 2023, 25 in 2022, 21 in 2021, 12 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.